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Protecting and Promoting Access to Complex Rehab Technology

Welcome to access2crt.org! This website has been created to share information regarding Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) and provide resources and tools to promote and protect access for people with disabilities.

Complex Rehab Technology includes medically necessary and individually configured manual and power wheelchairs, seating and positioning systems, and other adaptive equipment such as standing devices and gait trainers.

This site is organized to allow you to learn about threats to access on both thefederal and statelevel. It also provides educational materials and links you can use to explain what CRT is, how it is provided, and the benefits it produces. We hope you find the information helpful and encourage you to get involved in advocating for access to Complex Rehab Technology for the children and adults who rely on it. Thanks for your interest and participation!

Introduction to Complex Rehab Technology Video

"Complex Rehab Technology- Essential for health. Essential for life." provides an introduction to Complex Rehab Technology from the perspectives of individuals who rely on it each day for their health and independence, physicians who prescribe it, and consumer organizations that work to protect access. The video also highlights current challenges and changes needed to ensure adequate access.

Complex Rehab Technology: 25 Years After The Americans With Disabilities Act

The celebration of the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act served to highlight the continued need to fulfill the promise of that legislation for people with disabilities. Congress and other policy makers must take action to protect, not compromise, access to Complex Rehab Technology for the people with disabilities who rely on it.

Protecting Complex Rehab Manual Wheelchairs

Unfortunately the Senate ended its 2018 session without taking any action on H.R. 7217 (the "Improve Act") which included important provisions to protect access to Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) manual wheelchairs. We will be building on the progress that was made and determining the best actions to take in 2019. Updates will be posted to this site as they become available.

Legal Advocacy Resources

Having difficulty obtaining the CRT you need? Most states have advocacy groups or legal services dedicated to assisting individuals with disabilities. The National Disability Rights Network has provided a guide to help you navigate what is available in your state. Click here for more details.

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Help Get a Separate Category for Complex Rehab Technology

Complex Rehab Technology (CRT) needs to be separately recognized in order to improve and protect access for people who rely on this unique equipment for their medical and functional needs. Legislation will be introduced in the House of Representatives to create a separate category within the existing Medicare program. Sign up for updates to keep track of our progress!